Good Twitch tags simply help Twitch users get more viewers.
Plain and simple.
Choosing the right Twitch tags, however, can be difficult, especially if you’re just starting out.
Fortunately, I’ve compiled a secret list of the 12 best Twitch tags you can use to attract more viewers and gain more followers… with no extra work.
Ready?
Let’s jump in…
Best Twitch Tags for Gaming
1. Playing with Viewers
Playing with viewers is not only a Twitch streamer’s best friend, it is one of the most effective Twitch tags you can use.
The Playing with Viewers Twitch tag does exactly what it says on the tin:
It attracts people who want to play video games alongside other Twitch users.
This Twitch tag instantly sets your channel apart from everyone else’s.
After all, not many Twitch streamers are open to playing games with their viewers.
When you use the Playing with Viewers Twitch tag in your stream, you can expect plenty of Twitch users who want to join in on your gameplay.
2. RPG
The RPG Twitch tag is perfect for streamers who want to play roleplaying games.
Whether it’s Dungeons & Dragons, Pathfinder or home-brew, RPG streamers can use this tag to attract like-minded Twitch users.
The RPG Twitch tag is most effective when combined with Playing with Viewers.
Tagging your stream with both of these tags is guaranteed to make it stand out from the crowd, as many RPG-based Twitch streamers simply play on their own.
Best Tags for Twitch
3. Creative
Creative Twitch tags are perfect for those who want to show off their artistry abilities.
In fact, there are plenty of creative titles you can use as a Twitch tag, such as: Artistic Streamer, Dance Streamer and Musical Streamer.
The great thing about creative Twitch tags is they work for any creative platform.
Whether you like to paint, sing or anything else that falls under ‘creative’ – there’s a suitable Twitch tag for you.
The Creative Twitch tag works best when it is paired with Broadcasting Gameplay. (Broadcasting Gameplay is described below in the article.)
4. Gaming on a Budget
The tag Gaming on a Budget is perfect for those who want to provide thrifty gamers with guidance and advice.
This tag really shines when paired with playing on a budget, while also broadcasting gameplay or playing with viewers.
Gamers looking for tips and tricks about how to play games on a budget while also broadcasting gameplay are likely to find your Twitch channel.
The Gaming on a Budget tag is perfect for gamers who have budgets, whether it’s $20 or £20 per month – they want to get the most gaming out of their money.
Twitch Stream Tags
5. Ask Me Anything
The Ask Me Anything Twitch tag is perfect for streamers who want to answer questions from their viewership.
Whether you’re a poet, artist or gamer, the Ask Me Anything tag will help you gather more viewers and followers by bringing people to your channel who are interested in what you do.
The great thing about the Ask me anything Twitch tag is it works for any creative platform.
Play a video game? Tag your stream with Ask Me Anything and people who want to ask you questions about your gameplay will find your channel.
6. Educational
The tag Education is perfect for Twitch streamers who want to teach their viewers something new.
Whether you’re going through a video game’s mechanics or teaching someone about a new language, the Education tag will help you reach a specific type of Twitch user.
The Educational tag works best when paired with Playing with Viewers and Broadcasting Gameplay.
7. First Playthrough
The First Playthrough tag is perfect for gamers who want to broadcast their first playthrough of a video game.
This Twitch tag will help you appeal to gamers who are excited about all the content they’ll get with your channel.
First playthroughs are exciting and, when used in combination with Playing with Viewers and Broadcasting Gameplay, this tag enforces the fact that you’re a gamer who likes to have fun.
Twitch Tags to Get More Viewers
8. Multiplayer
The Multiplayer Twitch tag is perfect for gamers who want to broadcast their gameplay with other people.
This channel tag shows you’re a friendly gamer who isn’t afraid of multiplayer games and interacting with your viewership.
This tag works best when paired with Playing with Viewers, Broadcasting Gameplay and First Playthrough.
9. 12 Hour Challenge
The 12 Hour Challenge tag is great for gaming streamers who want to broadcast their first playthrough of a video game – but in less than 12 hours.
12-hour challenges are exciting and show you’re a gamer who doesn’t mess around when it comes to broadcasting gameplay.
This Twitch tag works best with Playing with Viewers, Broadcasting Gameplay, First Playthrough and Multiplayer.
10. World Record
The tag World Record is perfect for gamers who want to broadcast their world record speedruns of popular video games.
This tag will help you appeal to viewers who are interested in watching your highest-paced play throughs of existing video games. It’ll also attract those who are looking for tips and tricks to improve their own speedruns.
This tag works well when paired with Playing with Viewers, Broadcasting Gameplay, First Playthroughs and Multiplayer. It can also work in combination with other tags like Challenge Runs or Tutorials/Strategies.
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11. No Commentary
The tag No Commentary is perfect for gamers who want to broadcast their gameplay without any interruptions or distractions.
This is a great tag for streamers trying to set themselves apart from the crowd and will attract viewers interested in watching someone play through video games with no added commentary.
No Commentary works well when paired with Playing with Viewers, Broadcasting Gameplay and First Playthrough.
12. Educational Tutorials
The tag Educational Tutorials is perfect for gamers who want to broadcast their gameplay while offering tips and tricks to improve viewership’s understanding of the game or speedrunning it.
If you’re a gamer who wants to help others improve their gameplay and stream at the same time, this tag will attract like-minded gamers who want to be playing video games faster and better.
In conclusion:
Tagging your Twitch channel correctly is one of the most important things you can do to attract viewers and make sure your stream gets seen.
I highly recommend starting with the AMA (Ask Me Anything) Twitch tag, as it works with any creative platform.
Play a video game? Tag your stream with Ask Me Anything and people who want to ask you questions about your gameplay will find your channel.
Or maybe you’re a fan of a specific game? Well, tag your stream with the name of that game, and people looking for guides, tips or strategies will find you easily.
Regardless, test a bunch of them out and see which set of Twitch tags work best for you.
And, as always, have fun gaming!
-The Zombie Writing Team